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Antique Hexagonal Old Derby Imari Tea Set
By Imari Porcelain
Located in East Hampton, NY
Old Derby Imari tea set including:
Measure: Tray 15" x 14"
Tea pot 5.25" H x 7.75" W x 5.5" D
Sugar
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Country Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Japanese Arita Porcelain Imari Tea Pot and Tea sets, ca 1690 - 1710
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A lovely set of a teapot and 2 teabowls and saucers. Of moulded shape and with floral decoration
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set Edo Period Japanese Porcelain Imari Tea Cup & Saucer, ca 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set of Japanese porcelain Imari.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain
Region of
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Chinese Edo Kangxi Period Imari Porcelain Tea Set, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice edo/kangxi period tea bowl and saucer with imari floral and animal decoration. Its a marriage
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
H 0.91 in Dm 4.69 in
Set of Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Bird Imari
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
between 2 sets
Edo , c. 1700
Tea Bowl and dish
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 5 Japanese Edo Period Gold Imari Porcelain Rooster Tea Bowls & Saucers
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice Edo period tea set with rooster and chicken decoration in imari palette. Underglaze blue and
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 6 Japanese Edo Period Gold Imari Porcelain Butterfly Tea Bowl & Saucer
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice Edo period tea set with imari floral and butterfly decoration.
Additional information
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 5 Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowls Floral Imari
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red. Its a mariage
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Color: Blue & White
Region of Origin: China
Empe...
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Antique 17th Century Chinese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 2 Antique Japanese Porcelain Tea Bowl Floral Bird Imari, c. 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
between 2 sets
Edo , c. 1700
Tea Bowl and dish.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
A Set of 2 Japanese Edo Period Gold Imari Porcelain Tea Bowl & Saucer Japan
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A set of 2 Japanese Edo period Gold Imari Porcelain Tea Bowl & Saucer Japan.
Nice Edo period tea
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 8 Antique Edo Japanese Porcelain Imari Tea Cup & Saucer, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Japanese porcelain 18th c cup & saucer. underglaze blue, overglaze red and gold. Unusual design.
Lovely Japanese porcelain 18th c cup & saucer. underglaze blue, overglaze red...
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Bird Imari, c. 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
between 2 sets
Edo , c. 1700
Tea Bowl and dish
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Bird Imari, c.1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
between 2 sets
Edo , c. 1700
Tea Bowl and dish
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Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 6 Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl & Dish Floral Bird Imari
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red.
Edo , c. 1700
Tea Bowl and dish
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Imari
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red.
Edo , c. 1700
Tea Bowl and dish
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Imari
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red. Tea Bowl
Edo , c. 1700
Additional
Category
Antique 17th Century Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set from the edo period.
Additional information:
Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set from the edo period.
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Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Bird Imari
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
between 2 sets.
Edo , c. 1700
Tea Bowl and dish.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese/Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Period Tea Bowl Floral Imari
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
-1722), c. 1700
Tea Bowl
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Tea/Coffee
Category
Antique 17th Century Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer Imari Qing Period, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set from the qing period.
Additional information:
Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set from the edo period.
Additional information:
Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Chinese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Beetle, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set from the edo and qing period. Marriage
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Primary Material
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set from the edo period.
Additional information:
Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Imari, 17th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red. Its a mariage
Edo , c. 1700
Tea
Category
Antique 17th Century Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set from the edo period.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Decoration
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Hare Imari, c. 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
between 2 sets.
Edo , c. 1700
Tea Bowl and dish
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Period Tea Bowl Floral Imari Cafe au Lait
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue
Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722), c. 1700
Tea
Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Pair Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari Quails, 18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Bowls, Tea/Coffee Drinking: Bowls, Cups & Teapots
Japanese Style: Imari
Region of
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
H 0.75 in Dm 4.02 in
English 19thc. "Imari" Decorated Hand Painted Tea Dessert Service for 8-26 Pcs
By Hammersley
Located in Great Barrington, MA
. 1890's. This is a complete set of 8 footed cups and saucers and 8 matching dessert plates accompanied
Category
Antique 1880s English Japonisme Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari, 18th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
-1722), c. 1700
Tea Bowl
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Tea/Coffee
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
ROYAL CROWN DERBY - Imari Pattern #2451 - Tea Cup & Saucer - U.K. - C.1912-16
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Chatham, ON
ROYAL CROWN DERBY - Imari Pattern Number 2451 - Antique bone china tea cup with fluted sides (circa
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic
ROYAL CROWN DERBY - Imari Pattern #2451 - Tea Cup & Saucer - U.K. - C.1913-50's
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Chatham, ON
ROYAL CROWN DERBY - Imari Pattern Number 2451 - Vintage bone china tea cup with fluted sides
Category
Mid-20th Century English Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Ceramic
English Porcelain Chinoiserie Imari Teapot
Located in Downingtown, PA
English Porcelain Chinoiserie Imari Teapot
19th Century
The bullet-shaped porcelain teapot is
Category
Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Three Antique English Porcelain Cups & Saucers Rare Imari Colors C-1805
By Chamberlains Worcester
Located in Katonah, NY
This gorgeous set of three antique English porcelain coffee cups with matching saucers was hand
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Porcelain Cup & Saucer Imari 'Flowers", 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
painted set.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Tea Bowls & Cups
Region of
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Imari Landscape Teapot, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated teapot in imari palette. Kangxi period with landscape
Additional
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Teapot Kangxi/Yongzheng Imari Amsterdam Bont Qing
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
the same colours.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Japanese Style: Imari
Region
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Edo Period Japanese Porcelain Teapot Imari Red Gold, 1690-1720
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: Japan
Japanese Style: Imari
Decoration Type / Colour: Imari
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Japanese Porcelain Cup & Saucer Imari 'Flowers" Artemesia, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set from the edo period. Marked with artemesia Leaf at the base.
Additional information
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Small Antique Edo Period Japanese Porcelain Teapot Imari Red Gold Panels
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
. Small upright mouthrim, flat lid with round knob. Imari decorated in iron-red and gold on the sides with
Category
Antique 17th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Set Japanese Imari / Tea Bowl Cup, Flowers, Porcelain, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nice set of 18th century tea bowls, Edo Period. The painting is of nice quality.
All will
Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Edo Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Set of Japanese Imari / Tea Bowl Cup, Flowers, Porcelain, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nice set of 18th century tea bowls, Edo Period. The painting is of nice quality
Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Edo Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Rare 'Imari Pavilion' Blue And White Tea Set C 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era
Located in seoul, KR
tea set features elaborate depictions of traditional East Asian gardens and pavilions.
Period : Qing
Category
Antique 18th Century Vietnamese Qing Antiquities
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Porcelain Set of Tea Cup Bowl and Saucer Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Saucers perfect. Size: 90 x 17mm cups 2 perfect, rest with some damage see pictures, 18th century. Size: 50 x 29mm.
Period
Edo Period (1603–1867).
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
H 0.04 in Dm 0.04 in
6# Japanese Edo period Gold Imari Porcelain Butterfly Tea Bowl & Saucer Japan
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice Edo period tea set with imari floral and butterfly decoration
Condition
4 bowls crackled all
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Porcelain
Early 20th C. Set of 6 English Hand Painted Imari Pattern Crown Derby Tea Set
Located in GB
tea cups and saucers with a decorative Imari design using a rich palette of colors. The tea set was
Category
Vintage 1910s English Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
H 2.8 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Fine Royal Worcester Porcelain Tea Service 1881, Imari, English, Tray
By Royal Worcester
Located in Seattle, WA
Fine and rare Royal Worcester tea service on tray. 1 tea pot, 1 tray, 1 cream jug, 1 lidded sugar
Category
Antique 1880s English Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
6 Imari Handpainted Spode Cups and Saucers
By Spode
Located in London, GB
This fabulous teaset includes an early 19th century set of 6 Spode Imari tea cups and saucers
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Wedgwood Cabaret Set for One
By Wedgewood
Located in London, GB
A Wedgwood Victorian Imari pallet Cabaret tea set for one, comprising quatrefoil tray, teapot, tea
Category
Antique 1880s British Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Hexagonal Old Derby Imari Tea Set
Located in East Hampton, NY
Old Derby Imari tea set including:
Measure: Tray 15" x 14"
Tea pot 5.25" H x 7.75" W x 5.5" D
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Tea Sets
19th C. Spode Hand Painted Imari Tea Set
By Spode
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Striking Imari porcelain 5 piece tea set with hand painted all-over floral decoration, gold
Category
Antique 19th Century English Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain, Paste
Grainger Worcester Tea Service, Orange Imari, Regency 1810
By Grainger Worcester
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful tea service made by Grainger in Worcester around the year 1810. The service is
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 2 Antique Japanese Imari / Tea Bowl Cup Flowers Porcelain, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nice set of 18th century tea bowls, Edo Period. The painting is of nice quality.
Additional
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique England Royal Crown Derby Imari Porcelain Tea Service
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Antique ten-piece royal crown derby Imari pattern porcelain cabaret tea service. Each piece is in
Category
Antique 1880s English Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Regency Royal Crown Derby Traditional Imari 2451 Set, 32 Pieces
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in west palm beach, FL
traditional Imari 2451 style with 32 pieces total. The set includes two different stamps- some have the
Category
Mid-20th Century British Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Rare Antique English Derby King's Patt. Imari Porcelain Cabaret Set on Stand
By Crown Derby
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
and hard to come by.
A fabulous set for any collector of imari decor porcelain or Derby.
This set is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English George III Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Porcelain Demitasse Imari Style Coffee Cups
By Spode
Located in Katonah, NY
Six Spode Regency period porcelain cups and saucers decorated in the Imari palette with gold
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
A Derby Breakfast Cup in an Imari Pattern
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Katonah, NY
Japanese Imari designs which were very popular in Europe at this time.
We have in stock a group of a
Category
Antique 19th Century British Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain
5 Piece 19th C Spode Imari Teaset with Gold
By Spode
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This might be one of the prettiest Imari patterns available! This is a 5 piece unsigned Spode Imari
Category
Antique 19th Century British Tea Sets
Materials
Porcelain, Paste
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Imari Tea Set For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal imari tea set for your home. Each imari tea set for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and paste. If you’re shopping for a imari tea set, we have 38 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer imari tea set, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A imari tea set made by Regency designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. A well-made imari tea set has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Royal Crown Derby Porcelain, Coalport Porcelain and John Rose are consistently popular.
How Much is a Imari Tea Set?
Prices for a imari tea set can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $220 and can go as high as $30,000, while the average can fetch as much as $720.
Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Imari Tea Set
- How do you know if it's Imari?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021You can identify Imari by the shades and patterns used. There are two styles of Imari porcelain — Kakiemon and Kinrande Imari. Kakiemon features dark floral patterns, while Kinrande displays dark patterns displaying the beauty of nature, animals and people. Find a collection of Imari on 1stDibs.
- What is the best tea set?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There are many types of tea sets available. You may wish to have a small tea service if your needs are modest. During Queen Victoria’s reign, teakettles and coffeepots were added to tea services that were quite large — indeed, small baked goods were served with your drink back then, and a tea set could include many teacups and saucers, a milk pot and other accessories.A tea set best suited for you may depend on a variety of factors. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tea sets.
- What is a Bavaria tea set?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Bavaria tea set is a tea set that was crafted in the Bavaria region of Germany. This region is renowned for its exceptionally fine porcelain. Pieces are often painted by hand, giving each one a unique style. Shop a range of Bavaria tea sets from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify vintage tea sets, first determine who the maker is. Locate the brand stamp or hallmark on one of the pieces. If you snap a photo with your smartphone or tablet, you can conduct a reverse image search to jump-start your research. By using trusted online resources, you can match the marking to the manufacturer's name and, from there, identify the pattern and age. Generally, a tea set must have been produced between 20 and 99 years ago to be considered vintage. For help with identification, seek out a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a selection of vintage tea sets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The pieces in a silver tea set vary. Most sets include at least four pieces: a spirit burner, a teapot, a cream pitcher and a sugar bowl. Some sets also contain a matching coffee pot or a small serving spoon for the sugar bowl. Find a range of antique and vintage silver tea sets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 5, 2024To identify an antique tea set, look closely to determine who the manufacturer is. Locate the hallmark on the bottom of a saucer, teapot or cup. A maker’s mark on one of these items is the best indicator of the set’s origin. If you snap a photo with your smartphone or tablet, you can conduct a reverse image search to jump-start your research. Professionals recommend consulting auction catalogs, books and trusted online resources such as museum exhibition materials. With some research, you may be able to match the marking to the manufacturer's name and, from there, identify the pattern and age.
In 17th-century England, Chinese tea began to arrive at ports in London. Mass production of porcelain tea sets took place in the 18th century, and during the early 1800s, tea became widely affordable, and the concept of teatime took shape all over England.
Reputable soft-paste porcelain makers include Sèvres, Capodimonte and Chelsea, while Meissen was the first European maker of hard-paste porcelain. Bone china manufactories of note include Spode, Minton and Derby, which was later called the Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company.
Generally, a tea set is considered vintage if it’s at least 20 years old, while antiques are at least 100 years old. Although a maker’s mark is generally a helpful indicator of a given manufacturer, forgeries have occurred over the years. Look for other signifiers of a material, time period or style if you are uncertain of your piece’s origin. For help with identification, seek out a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer.
Find antique tea sets on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Japanese teapot is called a kyusus, while the everyday drinking glasses for tea are called yunomi. For more formal occasions, a chawan tea bowl is used. You can shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese tea sets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are silver tea sets safe to use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver is a chemically non-reactive metal, so as long as the tea set is clean and has been properly cared for, it is safe to use. However, silver is an excellent conductor of heat, so be careful not to burn your lips or tongue whilst drinking tea. Shop a collection of authentic silver tea sets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Silver tea sets can range in value depending on a variety of factors. A silver-plated tea set is not usually very high value, though certain pieces and who the maker is plays a large role. A sterling silver set can be worth at least $1000.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A basic sterling silver tea set costs around $1,000. However, the older the set is, the more expensive it will be. Some antique silver tea sets are worth up to $400,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The value of a sterling silver tea set is based on age, maker, and the pieces included. A set can start at $1,000, but the value can be a wide range. If it is sterling, it should have a hallmark of .925. This indicates that the piece is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper alloy. The more pieces in the set, the more it is likely to be worth in some cases. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver tea sets on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To know how much your tea set is worth, you can consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert or research it on your own. If you opt for the latter option, start by using trusted online resources to determine who the set's maker is. Typically, you can use markings that commonly appear on the bottoms of teapots, saucers, teacups and other pieces. Once you know the maker, you can examine sales and auction records to see how much sets similar to yours have fetched in the past. Characteristics to consider when investigating comparable sets include the type and number of pieces yours includes, as well as the materials, pattern, age and condition. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of tea sets.
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The arbiter of good taste, who has curated a collection for 1stDibs Auctions, invites 1stDibs inside her family’s Hamptons barn for a firsthand look at her welcoming style.
Handmade with Lab-Grade Glass, This Decanter Holds Your Favorite Cocktail Concoctions
Artist Simone Crestani conjures the fascination you remember from Chemistry 101.